Business Development Manager - Foodservice

eTalent; England; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sales business in the foodservice market is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive sales and foster relationships with key clients. The role involves identifying new opportunities in various sectors, engaging with clients, and promoting market-leading brands. Join a dynamic team dedicated to growth and collaboration within the foodservice industry.

Benefits

Car Allowance

25 Days Holiday

Pension

Professional Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Team Environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Foodservice.
• Strong track record in business development or sales.
• Proven ability to self-generate leads.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and promote foodservice brands.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Engage stakeholders and maintain reporting databases.

Skills

Business Development

Account Management

Relationship Building

Communication

Organisational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM Systems

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager Foodservice

Location: Home-based (Flexible, with Travel) applicants must reside in the South West (Swindon, Newbury, M4 corridor)

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000(Depending on Experience) + Car Allowance + 25 Days Holiday + Pension

What You'll Gain from Joining:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a salary ranging from £30,000 - to £40,000, depending on your experience, along with a car allowance to support your role. Additionally, you'll enjoy a generous 25 days of annual leave and a pension plan.
• Professional Growth: Our client encourages ambition and provides the platform for you to take your career to the next level within our organisation. You'll have the support and resources to continuously develop your skills and expertise.
• Dynamic and Collaborative Team: Join a highly focused and collaborative team where your outgoing personality and initiative will be valued. You'll have the chance to work closely with experienced professionals who share your passion for the foodservice market.

Our Client:

They're a leading sales business specialising in foodservice, selling for suppliers to both wholesalers and operators. Their deep understanding of the foodservice market positions them as a one-stop-shop solution, offering Account Management, sales growth, insights, and strategic development. Their blue-chip clients rely on them to deliver exceptional service and drive business growth within the foodservice sector. This is an opportunity for a sales driven individual to join a fast growing company in the foodservice market place.

Principle Role:

As the Business Development Manager, you will play a critical role in driving sales and promoting a portfolio of market-leading foodservice brands. Your primary focus will be on building and developing new business within the Foodservice sector, including Universities, Hospitals, other foodservice channels, and Wholesalers at depot level, working closely with telesales teams.

You will be expected to identify and convert new opportunities, engage stakeholders at multiple levels, and deliver exceptional results through strategic engagement both remotely and in person.

Key Focus Areas:

• Develop and grow sales within the Foodservice and Wholesale sectors.
• Identify, engage, and convert new business opportunities across Universities, Hospitals, and other Foodservice units across various sectors.
• Work directly with wholesaler depots and telesales teams to drive brand awareness and sales performance.
• Promote client brands through a combination of telephone, Teams (virtual meetings), and face-to-face visits.
• Participate in and support RaRa days, trade events, and site visits as required.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date database of contacts and interactions to support client reporting and performance reviews.
• Operate independently with initiative and drive, while contributing to a high-performing, collaborative team environment.

Individual Profile:

They are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual who brings both strategic vision and practical execution to the role. The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive experience in Foodservice, ideally with a background in manufacturers, wholesalers, or major operators.
• Strong track record in business development, account management, or sales within the food and beverage or hospitality sectors.
• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• High-level communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to self-generate leads and manage the sales process independently.
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM systems.
• A confident, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented mindset.
• A willingness to travel for client visits, depot engagement, and events.

Our clients are deeply involved in the foodservice industry, with the directors actively participating in key hospitality organisations. Their dedication to the foodservice sector sets them apart, making them well-known and trusted by wholesalers and end users. Their team possesses extensive career backgrounds in foodservice and end-user operations, ensuring that they understand the nuances of the market.

If you are passionate about the foodservice industry, focused on long-term growth and relationship building, and are eager to contribute to our fast-growing and innovative company, we invite you to join us in growing your career within the foodservice marketplace.

Apply now through the company's dedicated recruitment portal.